Rally XJ - Team Hazard Rally

[sureshot007]

I have a Ford 8.8 on the comanche still, already set up for spring under...but that axle is so heavy compared to the d35...the truck already weighs 3500lbs...

 

[rckstarTV]

Nope, that's what we did with the XJ-R for the $2000 Challenge. We didn't have fancy Deaver springs, just two stock leaf packs, but we also took the opportunity to install a Ford 8.8. Spring under might help with axle wrap a bit when you get hard on the throttle. You will lose a bit of ground clearance since the leaves will be under the axle.

so how did you set up your leaf under on your XJ.. i've been trying to get some info from the people tat have already done it but no one wants to give up any info. the feedback im getting is people guess how to convert it.. do you have any pics?

 

[sureshot007]

The conversion part isn't the hard part. You cut the perches off, and then weld new ones on the other side. Then just flip all the hardware over.

 

[GrimmJeeper]

I have a Ford 8.8 on the comanche still, already set up for spring under...but that axle is so heavy compared to the d35...the truck already weighs 3500lbs...

yes but that weight is where you need it, down low below the COG.

 

[sureshot007]

Not really - it's sprung weight, which doesn't help at all.

And some more carnage shots...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNoPbfln-98

 

[IXNAYXJ]

so how did you set up your leaf under on your XJ.. i've been trying to get some info from the people tat have already done it but no one wants to give up any info. the feedback im getting is people guess how to convert it.. do you have any pics?

Here's a complete how-to:

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1059549

-Matt

 

[sureshot007]

Is your driver's seat on sliders?

 

[IXNAYXJ]

Is your driver's seat on sliders?

Yeah.

-Matt

 

[sureshot007]

I'm not allowed to have sliders

 

[IXNAYXJ]

I'm not allowed to have sliders

That sucks; it's really important for us because we cycle through so many different drivers. In a 24 hour race the minimum is 4, and at our last race they ranged from 5'6" 150 lbs to 6'3" 275. The sliders made it even remotely possible.

-Matt

 

[sureshot007]

My crew chief can't fit because he's 6" taller than me, and my girlfriend can't see over the dash.

 

[sureshot007]

I finally have the time to start the rebuild on this truck (I know, but I had a bunch of other projects that were, *gulp*, more important). We could really use some help from any members that have spare body parts kicking around that they would be willing to donate or deeply discount for us.

We need: (1994, no chrome, DR = Driver's side)

• DR Front Fender
• DR Front Fender Flare
• Bumper
• Bumper Supports
• Bumper End Caps
• Header Panel
• Grille (radiator)
• DR Grille (molding)
• DR Amber Side Marker Lamp
• DR Headlamp Bezel
• DR Clear Parking Light Lens
• That fiberglass piece on top of the grille, that says "JEEP"
• The metal parts which that piece bolts to
• Upper radiator support
• AC Condenser
• Stock (or stock length) Front Control Arms

I have been looking for a parts Jeep, but honestly, I don't have the room for it right now. So if you, or anyone you knows, has any of these parts that they'd be willing to part with, can you send them my way? I have some shirts left, and I can send a shirt to anyone that helps us out. (Note - I think I only have Large and XL shirts in Black left, other sizes and colors would have to wait for the next time I order them).

I'd love to be ready for LSPR in October, so I'd really appreciate any help you guys can give me!

 

[evogibson]

i have the bumper brakcets you cna have.

 

[WheelinJR]

I could get you hooked up with a p/n 560 Warrior Bumper for the front, but I have a feeling you might not like the weight, bout 40#

 

[sureshot007]

The rules are specific - I need to keep an OEM style bumper

 

[seanyb505]

Why do you want to run an a/c condenser? Is there something in the rules about keeping it?

 

[Clean Racing]

Just saw this thread... wondered what happened to you guys at STPR... I work for David Higgins #75.. What length lower arms do you need.. I have some scrap dom at home I could fab something strong and cheap..

 

[sureshot007]

Why do you want to run an a/c condenser? Is there something in the rules about keeping it?

AC is really nice while on transit. And let's face, I'm not going to win any time soon, so I'd rather not sweat my balls off all day long.

Just saw this thread... wondered what happened to you guys at STPR... I work for David Higgins #75.. What length lower arms do you need.. I have some scrap dom at home I could fab something strong and cheap..

You know where the VIP spectator point is on stage 1/3? It's at the top of a hill with a yump half way down. Well, I wasn't paying enough attention, and my codriver lost his place in the notes a little, so I ended up hitting the yump in 3rd gear (where everyone else went over it very slowly). When all was said and done, we ended up with a boulder where the bumper used to be.

I'll have to take some measurements for the control arms. I certainly appreciate the help!

 

[WheelinJR]

I can get you control arms sponsored as well. Poly bushings in them though, but for your use should be ok.

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[seanyb505]

AC is really nice while on transit. And let's face, I'm not going to win any time soon, so I'd rather not sweat my balls off all day long.

Not with that attitude...:viking: